The Powerhouse Paddle and Swim Committee, in conjunction with local paddling and swimming enthusiasts and the Del Mar Lifeguards, is proud to present the 7th Annual Powerhouse Paddle and Swim on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th, 2010. This Del Mar beach event is an opportunity for youth and adults to participate in a challenging yet friendly ocean competition.
The Powerhouse is a Del Mar landmark rich in history. The Powerhouse began as a power plant in the 1900s, became a nightclub in the 1950s, served for a time as an experimental desalination plant, and – thanks to countless volunteer hours and donations – now serves as the Del Mar Community Center.
Del Mar Powerhouse Paddle & Swim 2010 is fun for the whole family. Beginners are especially welcome. See you at the BEACH!
Come down to Del Mar Sunday September 26 for the 8th Annual Powerhouse Paddle & Swim. For those of you new to this race, this is an end-of-season race which includes several distances for kids & beginers plus a 6 mile course for experienced competitors. This is an ideal first race option for those new to the sport or if you wish to introduce your kids to paddleboarding. For both paddleboard and SUP.
The paddleboard races include various events for youth, adults and challanged athletes over courses of 1/4 mile, 1 mile , 3 mile, and 6 mile distances. The 1 mile roughwater swim race is a unique course that follows the original Del Mar Roughwater course from the river mouth to the Powerhouse. All participants will receive a cool, hooded Powerhouse Paddle & Swim sweatshirt and lunch from Pipes Cafe. Surfboards, clothing and tons of ocean-related swag await all who purchase $1 tickets to the traditional Powerhouse Paddle and Swim raffle .
A special thanks to all of our loyal sponsors. Please take the opportunity to support these sponsors throughout the year. All net proceeds from the event will be used to fund ocean and water activities for the children of Del Mar and the greater San Diego area.
6:30 – 7:30 am | Swim Race Registration and Check-in |
7:30 – 9:30 am | Paddleboard Race Registration and Check-in |
8:00 am SHARP | 1 Mile Swim Race Start |
9:00 am | Youth Paddleboard Races Start |
9:30 am | Swim Awards Ceremony |
10:00 am | 3 mile and 6 Mile Paddleboard Race Start |
10:05 am | Adult Novice Paddleboard Race |
11:30 am-12:30 pm | Paddleboard Awards Ceremony, Raffle and Lunch |